Street food Hallacas — the authentic version
The best Hallacas I've ever had came from a street stall, not a restaurant. The fresh from avocado sauce intensity was completely different — more direct and uncompromised. papelón brown sugar was used without hesitation, the way it should be.
hallacas Christmas preparation is a multi-day family tradition where the whole extended family participates. The a Caracas arepera setting meant eating standing up or on a low stool, which is how this food is supposed to be encountered. ron Santa Teresa rum was sold right next to it. Don't wait to find the 'right' restaurant. Find the street version first.
Hallacas